Daniel J. Baker

Daniel J. Baker, 75, of Ohio City, Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, at OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital, in Van Wert, Ohio.

He was born on September 17, 1948, in Decatur, Indiana to the late Otto Baker and the late Blanche Marie (Straub) Baker. Daniel married Marlene K. Sheets on July 1, 1972 at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Decatur.

He served his country in the United States Navy during Vietnam.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 178 of Van Wert, Ohio.

Dan was a 1966 graduate of Decatur Catholic High School. He retired from Prestress Services in Decatur.

He enjoyed watching NASCAR and cheering on his favorite driver, Dale Earnhardt, Jr.  He was a Notre Dame football fan and also a Kansas City Chiefs fan.  He loved his dogs, especially Brandy, who died in March of this year.

Survivors include his wife, Marlene K. Baker of Ohio City, Ohio; daughter, Elise (Ashley Speaks) Baker of Convoy, Ohio; twin brother, Michael (Carol) Baker of Monroeville, Indiana; two brothers, John Baker and Samuel (Lisa) Baker both of Decatur, Indiana; two sisters, Sarah (Mike) Lehman and Sylvia Chilcote both of Decatur, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son in infancy; sister, Janet Baker in infancy; and a brother-in-law, Tyler Chilcote.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur with Pastor Steve Drake officiating. Burial will follow in the Kings Bethlehem Cemetery. Military graveside services will be conducted by the American Legion Post 178 of Van Wert, Ohio.

Family and friends will be received from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30  p.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Zwick & Jahn Funeral Home in Decatur and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home

Preferred memorials can be given to Convoy EMS.

Arrangements by Zwick and Jahn Funeral Homes of Decatur, Indiana